Wayne D. Ranney
1 book
About the Author
Wayne D. Ranney is a geologist, educator, and science writer whose work brings deep time and Earth’s changing landscapes into vivid focus. With a particular interest in the geological history of western North America, he connects scientific research, field observation, and accessible storytelling to illuminate how mountains, basins, seas, and deserts have evolved across millions of years. His book Ancient Landscapes of Western North America: A Geologic History with Paleogeographic Maps offers readers an engaging framework for understanding the region’s dynamic past. Ranney’s writing invites both specialists and curious general readers to see familiar landscapes through a deeper geological lens.
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